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Nikšić, Montenegro

Opština Nikšić · Montenegro

Nikšić is a mid-size city in Opština Nikšić, Montenegro with a population of 58,212. Elevation: 2,067 ft (630 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

58,212 Population 73/sq mi density
2,067 ft Elevation 630 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
49.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Podgorica Timezone

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About Nikšić

Nikšić

Nikšić is Montenegro's second-largest city, with an urban population of 66,700 as of the 2023 census. It lies in the western region of the country, at the heart of the expansive Nikšić field, nestled at the base of Trebjesa Hill.

People

Population58,212
Density73/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Population58,212
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Coordinates42.7731°, 18.9445°
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica
Country🇲🇪 Montenegro
State / ProvinceOpština Nikšić
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,262 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.6 inches (12 cm)

About Nikšić

Nikšić is a mid-size city in Montenegro (Opština Nikšić) with a population of 58,212. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet (630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Podgorica.

Climate in Nikšić

Nikšić has an average annual temperature of 8.8°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.8°C / 29°F -13.4° / 7.6° 148.0
Feb 0.5°C / 33°F -11.1° / 10.6° 91.2
Mar 2.4°C / 36°F -8.6° / 14.1° 78.5
Apr 6.1°C / 43°F -5.2° / 18.1° 87.3
May 11.1°C / 52°F 1.5° / 21.1° 101.8
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 6° / 27.9° 91.0
Jul 19.2°C / 67°F 7.4° / 29.8° 58.0
Aug 19.3°C / 67°F 8.7° / 30.5° 64.5
Sep 14.5°C / 58°F 3.1° / 25.8° 134.8
Oct 10.4°C / 51°F -0.1° / 20.9° 101.5
Nov 5.4°C / 42°F -6.5° / 17° 193.3
Dec 1.4°C / 34°F -7.9° / 9.6° 194.8
Nikšić experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below Montenegro avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Area797.3 sq mi (2,065.0 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates42.7731°N, 18.9445°W
TimezoneEurope/Podgorica

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above Montenegro avg
Snowfall 4.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,289 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 1, 2025.

Sep 5, 1996 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia M6.0 82 km
Apr 22, 2022 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.7 71 km
Sep 17, 1996 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia M5.5 92 km
Mar 14, 2024 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.4 29 km
Sep 9, 1996 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M5.3 88 km
Sep 28, 1995 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia M5.2 66 km
Jul 10, 2005 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro M5.2 83 km
Apr 24, 1990 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro M5.1 73 km
Aug 21, 2009 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro M5.1 98 km
Jan 4, 2018 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro M5.1 76 km
Apr 3, 1990 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.1 145 km
May 23, 2004 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.0 141 km
Jul 31, 1990 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.9 97 km
Sep 5, 1996 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M4.9 90 km
Mar 23, 2004 12 km SSE of Prijepolje, Serbia M4.8 86 km
Apr 24, 2022 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 72 km
Apr 8, 2017 8 km NE of Rrëshen, Albania M4.8 135 km
Apr 29, 1991 6 km SSW of Mili?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 149 km
Nov 30, 2000 9 km N of Rubik, Albania M4.8 123 km
Jun 7, 1992 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.7 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 MONTENEGRO Earthquake 3.0 m 131 78 km
1780 BAY OF KOTOR Earthquake 1.7 m 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.5 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in

Nikšić has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (2.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Nikšić

Institution Type Founded Website
Filozofski fakultet University

Schools in Nikšić

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OŠ "Mileva Lajović - Lalatović"
Faculty of Sport and Physical Education
OŠ "Ratko Žarić"
OŠ "Luka Simonović"
OŠ "Olga Golović"
Muzička škola "Dara Čokorilo"
Gimnazija "Stojan Cerović"
OŠ "Milija Nikčević"
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Radio Stations near Nikšić

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Svetigora christian, orthodox AAC+ 96 kbps
Boka News AAC+ 48 kbps
Rcg Yug yu pop rock MP3 128 kbps
El Radio Podgorica MP3 128 kbps
Radio Kotor zabavna MP3 192 kbps
Radio Budva pop - zabavna - vesti MP3 128 kbps
Arena Radio (GB) MP3 192 kbps
Radio Svetigora (RU) AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Porto Montenegro dance, electro MP3 320 kbps
Drugačija Radio Stanica zabavna AAC+ 96 kbps
Mag radio narodna MP3 128 kbps
Antena M MP3 128 kbps
Radio Cetinje dance, electronic MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Nikšić

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dvorac Kralja Nikole
Stecci

Farmers Markets in Nikšić

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gradska pijaca

Hotels in Nikšić

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Marshal
Hotel Onogošt
Hotel Vukov Most
Hotel Yugoslavia
Marshal
Sindcel
Vukov Most

Restaurants in Nikšić

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caffe Grill Astacus
Caffe Restaurant Park
Central Perk
Forest
Garfield
Jerry Loung Bar
Jerry Pub
Kastel
Kastel
Konoba Bulevar
Konoba Portun
La Parisienne
Merak
Nutricia
Oktoberfest Beer House
Pasend
Pečenjara Gardašević
Pekara Bistro & Cafe
Pizzeria Casa Mia
Roštilj Merak
Soko

Cafes in Nikšić

20 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akademija
Amici
Amigo
Bachus
Cafe bar
Caffe Bar Llama
CAFFE CAFFE
Caffeine Coffee Shop Nikšić
Eagle
Fontana
Fontana 2
Franca 18
Gradska
La Perla
Mašta
Panorama
Pekara
Recesija
SAN
Tani

Theatres in Nikšić

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nikšićko pozorište 1884.
Scena 213

Monuments in Nikšić

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Moštanica - Roman bridge
Operation Velvetta Israeli Air Force Monument
Spomenik kralju Nikoli

Castles in Nikšić

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bedem

Train Stations in Nikšić

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nikšić

Bus Stations in Nikšić

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autobuska stanica Nikšić

Gas Stations in Nikšić

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eko
Hifa oil
ME #10120735004
ME #1304548644
ME #697104482
ME #697106161
ME #8979897920
Petrol
Vjenniko petrol
Еко
Еко

Banks in Nikšić

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Addiko Bank
Atlas Banka
CKB
Erste bank
Hipotekarna banka
Lovćen Banka
Nikšićka banka 1901.
NLB
Société Générale

Shopping Malls in Nikšić

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Robna kuća Nikšićanka

Gyms in Nikšić

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

kutak za dah
Šik Javorak

Stadiums & Teams in Nikšić

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Nikšić

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kolašin 1450 0.0 $0

Airports Near Nikšić

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković AirportDBVLarge Airport
Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci AirbaseTGDLarge Airport
Tivat AirportTIVMedium Airport
Ćemovsko Polje / Špiro Mugoša AirfieldSmall Airport
Nikšić AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nikšić

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pošta 81402
Pošta Nikšić 81400

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Nikšić

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Durmitor National Park

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nikšić

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
crkva svetih Ćirila i Metodija
Džamija
Montenegrin Orthodox church
Stubica
The Cathedral Church of St Basil of Ostrog
Црква Свeтог Јована Крститеља

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Podgorica
Elevation
647 m (2,123 ft)
Area
2,065.0 km² (797.1 mi²)
Founded
400
Postal Code
81400
Mayor
Marko Kovačević
Website
niksic.me/
Twinned With
Arilje, Bileća, Brindisi, Chifeng, City Municipality of Murska Sobota, Comunità Montana Monti Ernici, Foča, Gacko, Girona, Gradačac, Jajce, Koper, Koprivnica, Kumanovo, Lazarevac, Lublin, Nevesinje, Ohrid, Prilep, Strumica, Trebinje, Tuzla, Valjevo, Vrbas, Želino

Things to See Near Nikšić

46 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Bedem
⛰️ Peaks (41)
  • • Biševac
  • • Borovo brdo
  • • Brezovi vrh
  • • Budoš
  • • Čađalica
  • + 36 more
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Vranića Do
🌄 Viewpoints (3)
  • • Great (tiny) View of the Monastery
  • • Trebjesa
  • • View point to the lake

🇲🇪 About Montenegro

Capital Podgorica
Population 622,345
Area 14,026 km²
GDP (USD) $7,644,389,160
GDP per capita $12,260
HDI 0.844
Life expectancy 77.6 years
Internet users 89.8%
Urban population 65.5%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Montenegrin
Calling code +382
TLD .me
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Nikšić

Durmitor National Park
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Public Holidays in Montenegro

20 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nova godina
Jan 2 New Year's Day Nova godina
Jan 6 Orthodox Christmas Eve Badnji dan
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Božić
Jan 8 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Božić
Apr 3 Good Friday Veliki petak
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Uskrs
Apr 6 Easter Monday Uskrs
Apr 10 Good Friday Vaskrs
Apr 13 Easter Monday Vaskrs
May 1 Labour Day Praznik rada
May 2 Labour Day Praznik rada
May 21 Independence Day Dan nezavisnosti
May 22 Independence Day Dan nezavisnosti
Jul 13 Statehood Day Dan državnosti
Jul 14 Statehood Day Dan državnosti
Nov 1 Catholic All Saints' Day Svi Sveti
Dec 24 Catholic Christmas Eve Badnji dan
Dec 25 Catholic Christmas Day Božić
Dec 26 Catholic St. Stephen's Day Božić

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikšić

What is the population of Nikšić?

Nikšić has a population of 58,212 residents and is located in Montenegro. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 797.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nikšić?

Nikšić has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.

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